PortXchange warns of bunker shifts as Spain adopts new marine fuel rules

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PortXchange has warned that Spain’s new marine fuel regulations could cause shifts in bunker fuel volumes among European ports if neighboring countries do not implement similar requirements. This follows the Netherlands' introduction of decarbonisation rules for marine fuel suppliers starting in 2026, potentially affecting maritime fuel supply chains.

Spain’s new marine fuel regulation could lead to shifts in bunker volumes between European ports if similar requirements are not introduced consistently across neighbouring markets, according to PortXchange. The maritime technology company pointed to developments in Rotterdam after the Netherlands introduced a binding decarbonisation obligation for marine fuel suppliers at the beginning of 2026. PortXchange […] The post PortXchange warns of bunker shifts as Spain adopts new marine fuel rules appeared first on Container News.